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Low risk of deadly Nipah virus spreading from India, World Health Organization reassures
US cuts broad recommendation for four childhood vaccines including flu, experts warn of risks
Rapid pandemic response: Israeli bio-chip instantly maps antibody defense
Bird flu found on mainland Antarctica for first time ever
Scientists have warned that the impact of the bird flu on Antarctic wildlife could be "immense."
Dozens of cranes killed by bird flu in northern Israel
Avian influenza has affected tens of millions of birds and thousands of mammals worldwide in recent years.
Elderly man first person to die from Alaskapox virus
Symptoms of Alaskapox include lesions - an abnormal or damaged tissue caused by injury, infection, or disease.
Breakthrough CMV vaccine offers hope to pregnant women
The vaccine, known as mRNA-1647, utilizes the same technology as Moderna's COVID-19 vaccines.
Global warming could release viruses millions of years old entrapped in ice
Bird flu spotted in Israel again as outbreaks intensify globally
Since 2021, Europe and the Americas have been suffering from a nearly continuous outbreak of H5N1 avian influenza.
West Nile virus found to be connected with agriculture and migratory bird routes
West Nile fever is caused by a virus primarily present in birds and transferred to humans through mosquito bites. Those infected typically experience flu-like symptoms.
Israeli-Palestinian cooperation vital to preventing spread of disease in cattle - Hebrew U study
"The high transmission rate between the Palestinian Authority and Israel suggests that preventing Foot and Mouth Disease in both areas is of high interest for both of them.”
Polar bear dies due to bird flu for first time
It's likely the polar bear was infected after scavenging dead birds, according to local officials.
How testing wastewater could help you predict viruses in the future
How the introduction of comprehensive wastewater surveillance could become a part of our normal public health infrastructure.
